Attach Wall Plate to Wall
STEP 2A
Min. 3 1/2 in. (89 mm)
Min. 1 1/2 in. (38 mm)
Min. 16 in. (406 mm)
Max. 5/8 in. (16 mm)
CAUTION
: Avoid potential personal
injuries and property damage!
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Drywall covering the wall must not
exceed 5/8 in. (16 mm)
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Minimum wood stud size:
common 2 x 4 in. (51 x 102 mm)
nominal 1½ x 3½ in. (38 x 89 mm)
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Minimum horizontal space between
fasteners: 16 in. (406 mm)
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Stud centers must be verified
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1.
Locate the stud. Verify the center of the stud using an awl, a thin nail, or an edge to edge stud
finder. Mark the center of the stud with a pencil.
2.
Place the wall plate
at your desired height, over your stud center lines. Level the wall
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plate
and mark the four hole locations.
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NOTE: For assistance in determining wall plate location, see Height Finder at sanus.com.
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Wood Stud Installation
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